Clock lock

ABSTRACT

The “clock lock” is a method of joining two bodies of matter together, in the form of a rail. Where as all four sides are providing a flat surface allowing a motorized platform on all four sides with rollers and/or wheels to travel up/down the entire length of the rail without any obstructions. The lock is internal and can be used where two bodies are needed to come together and held together securely. It can also be used in construction of any bridges, where this type of railing is required. This is a locking device that can be used anywhere and can be constructed in metal, plastic, wood, or ceramic. This method of joining two bodies is ideal for inner workings of a lock for bank safes, where sliding doors are to be used.

SPECIFICATIONS

[0001] The “clock lock” is a new method of joining and holding two bodies of matter together securely (such as two ends of a rail). This design is the working parts of the joint whereby the assembled rail provides a smooth external finish on all sides and can be easily assembled and dismantled. The bearings are used to allow the rotation of the central piece without friction, once the three bodies are brought together. Whereas, the central (“s” shaped) piece is an independent body it consists of two bearings, one on each side so that once the three bodies (1, 2, 3) are brought together the central piece can rotate to the locking position. In the lock position, there are two safety-locking slides (10) in both bodies 1 and 2. These sliders are spring-loaded and are forced to retract within their housing, as the central piece is rotated to the lock position. Once in the lock position the sliders engage and prevent the central piece from coming loose, e.g. rotating by itself due to vibration or through shockwaves. To unlock push driver (12) into the center and the two small pins (4) are forced apart and in turn force the sliders (10) back into their respective housing and the part screwdriver (12) is used to rotate the central piece (3) and the assembly is dismantled. For “T joint” see FIG. 10, in this case bearings are not applicable in the construction, however the basic principle remains the same. 

1. I claim that this method of joining of two bodies of matter together securely to be absolutely unique. IMPORTANT NOTE: Not to be used for bridge construction unless all stress levels have been established and approved, particularly bridges that fall under “suspension type bridge construction”. Whereby the assembly needs to be dismantled in the event of an emergency it is suggested that the safety lock slider (10) should not be of a pivotal design, as unlocking may become impossible. 